Ben Affleck’s tense heist drama about a crew of career bank robbers was filmed in Boston – above all in Charlestown, the real neighbourhood the film calls the armed-robbery capital of America, with a climax at Fenway Park.
Where was The Town filmed?
The Town was filmed in Boston, Massachusetts – above all in Charlestown.
Every The Town location, explained
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The crew’s turf – Charlestown
The robbers’ neighbourhood used Charlestown, Boston.
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The final heist – Fenway Park
The climactic robbery used Fenway Park, home of the Red Sox.
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The city – Boston
The chases and streets used Boston, from the North End to Cambridge.
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South Boston – the wider shoot
Further scenes used South Boston and nearby towns.
Planning a visit
Charlestown and Fenway Park in Boston – the film’s real settings – are accessible, storied parts of the city.
The Town Fun Facts
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Filmed in Boston The heist drama used Charlestown and a climax at Fenway Park.
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Charlestown's reputation The film dubs Charlestown the bank-robbery capital of America.
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A Fenway heist The climactic robbery unfolds at the Red Sox’ Fenway Park.
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Affleck directs and stars Ben Affleck directed and led the film.
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Renner's Oscar nod Jeremy Renner earned an Academy Award nomination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was The Town filmed?
In Boston, Massachusetts – above all in Charlestown.
Where is the final heist?
At Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Charlestown and Fenway Park are accessible.
Who directed it?
Ben Affleck.
When was it released?
2010.
